Theses & Dissertations
Dissertations and theses are invaluable resources for exploring in-depth research on specific topics. They provide comprehensive coverage of methodologies, literature reviews, and findings, often serving as a foundation for future research.
What are they?
Dissertation: A substantial piece of academic writing based on original research, submitted as part of a doctoral degree.
Thesis: A document submitted as part of a master’s degree, typically shorter and narrower in scope than a dissertation
Both:
- Offer extensive reviews of the literature in a given field
- Present original research or new insights
- Include detailed methodologies and data analysis, making them valuable resources for academic study.
Where to Find Theses and Dissertations
- ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global
- WVU ETD (Electronic Theses and Dissertations)
- Access theses and dissertations submitted by WVU graduate students covering various disciplines and research topics. Search WVU ETD and WVU Research Repository.
- Open Access Theses and Dissertations (OATD)
- Visit OATD: A free resource providing open-access theses and dissertations.
